Which is the hottest month in Addis Ababa?

The hottest time of year in Addis Ababa is normally May. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 23°C.

Which month has the most rain in Addis Ababa?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Addis Ababa with 281mm on average. There are normally 14 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Addis Ababa?

The sunniest time of year in Addis Ababa is normally December with bright sunshine on average for 82% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Addis Ababa

Q: When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?

The best time to visit Addis Ababa is December based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?

The best time to visit Addis Ababa is December based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Ethiopia (Addis Ababa) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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